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Griggs k-member

Well,
I started installing the new griggs k-member and found out it won't work directly...the back mounting points are different and there is interference with the body mounting point...no a big deal but not a direct fit.

Will post some pics to show you guys what i mean.

Re: Griggs k-member

Reply #1 –
Here's a before shot showing where it will interfere:




Here's an after shot after a little grinder work:




I primered and spray painted the k-member again after this so there is no chance of rust hopefully.

This thing definately makes the front end look cleaner.  I bought this k-member off ebay for $100.


Btw, i have a hint for removing the springs from the stock k-member: Undo the strut nut with a jack under the arm, lower the jack to the ground, then take a piece of 1/2" steel or a big prybar and pop the spring out of the bottom of the a-arm.  At this point the spring compression is almost nothing, so you dont have to treat it like a bomb, but it likes to stick there. 

Later,
aaron

Re: Griggs k-member

Reply #2 –
Got the k-member in with a bit of cursing and fists of rage :P

Looks beautiful compared to those stock ones.  Tons of room.

In conclusion, the griggs member (might be an early version...or my thunderbird is setup screwy)..will work with a little modification

Re: Griggs k-member

Reply #3 –
Great info and pictures. :) I'm gonna swap in a tublar when I do my next motor swap.

FYI, it is fairly common knowledge the rear mounting points are slightly different on a T-bird vs a Mustang(at least I knew about it).